Domaine des Etangs

A fairytale castle nestled deep in the Charente countryside

Journey back to the golden age of romance in Domaine des Etangs – a meticulously restored country retreat. With its elegant turrets, sweeping grounds and magical setting between forest and lake, it's a château fit for royalty. Paddle a rowing boat on the water, cycle through the estate or simply sit back and savour the tranquil surrounds.

Outdoors, you'll find yourself in a storybook landscape of waterways and woodland. As you stroll, look out for wildlife – from herons and otters to deer and Limousin cows. Inside, the real jewel in the crown is the collection of exclusive bedrooms. Set within individual buildings dotted around the grounds, they are rich in period features. The hotel also features a wellness space with treatments for the entire family and locally sourced restaurant Dyades, which offers delectable dishes created with ingredients grown on site.
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If you ever tire of the views and natural beauty, there's plenty around this boutique hotel to entice you out. The Haute Charente Lakes, woven through with walking trails, are a picture-perfect place to spend a day. Or you could swap two legs for four and spend an afternoon horse riding. Little ones are well served too, with the Haute Charente Adventure Park nearby. Whatever you choose, returning to the spellbinding Domaine des Etangs at the end of each day is sublime.

Enjoy your stay!

17 Rooms | 2 Floors | 1 Restaurant |

4.9 /5

405 reviews

Considerate Collection

Country House Hotel

Pool

Family Friendly

Considerate Collection

Actively sustainable luxury hotels

Environmentally Conscious

Along with permaculture cultivation of the estate’s certified organic vegetable garden, the Domaine plants local tree species within its 1,000 hectare grounds and manages its forests according to PEFC certification standards. Soil analysis is carried out by Claude and Lydia Bourguignon, biologist researchers renowned for the implementation of natural soil enrichment techniques, while 100% electric bicycles and cars are provided to guests and internal services with two charging stations in partnership with Tesla.

Cultural Custodians

From guided nature walks with the Domaine’s forest ranger to highlight the estate’s wildlife, flora and fauna, and visits to the beehives with the gardener to behind-the-scenes tours with the on-site historical expert, there is no shortage of educational activities on offer to both guests and local residents. There is even a cultural mediator to talk visitors through the numerous art exhibitions in the Domaine’s La Laiterie and the permanent artworks on display throughout the estate.

Community Minded

During the careful renovation works, local craftsmen, carpenters, and interior designers were called upon for their ancestral expertise to respect the Domaine’s history as a 13th century stronghold of the knights of Chasteignier de la Roche-Posay. Many of the handicrafts of these local artisans are available to purchase in the Dragonfly boutique, a celebration of Charente creativity and centuries-old traditions. Seasonal and locally sourced produce is also showcased on the menu of the rustic Dyads Restaurant.

Our Hotel

Domaine des Etangs
Domaine des Etangs Aerial
Château View
Château Exterior
Dyades Restaurant Terrace
Dyades Restaurant
Dyades Restaurant - Beef
Dyades Restaurant - Paris-Brest
Château- Lounge
Château - Library
Moulin des Etangs
Outdoor Wellness
Swimming Pool
Swimming Pool
Tennis Court
Château - Premium Suite Venus - Bedroom
Château - Premium Suite Venus - Bathroom
Château - Premium Suite Venus - Living Room
Château - Junior Suite Lune - Bedroom
Château - Junior Suite Jupiter - Lounge
Château - Prestige Mars
Longere Autumn
Dragon Cottage
Pégase Cottage
Serpentaire Cottage
Serpentaire Cottage
Cassiopée Cottage
Cassiopée Cottage
Centaure Cottage
Activities
Dyades Restaurant
Dyades Restaurant
Exterior View

Our rooms

Château - Prestige Mercure
Château - Prestige Mars
Château - Prestige Room Saturne

Guestroom

Sleeps 2

King

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Château - Junior Suite Lune - Bedroom

Jupiter Suite

Sleeps 2

King

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Licorne Cottage

Licorne Residence

Sleeps 2

King

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Longere Spring - Bedroom
Longere Spring
Longere Summer - Bedroom
Longere Summer
Longere Autumn - Bedroom
Longere Autumn

Seasonal Suite

Sleeps 2

King

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Centaure Cottage

Centaure Residence

Sleeps 3

King

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Château - Suite Soleil - Bathroom
Château - Junior Suite Lune - Bedroom
Château - Junior Suite Lune - Lounge
Château - Junior Suite Lune - Bathroom

Lune Suite

Sleeps 2

King

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Cassiopée Cottage
Cassiopée Cottage
Cassiopée Cottage

Cassiopée Residence

Sleeps 4

King

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Serpentaire Cottage
Serpentaire Cottage
Serpentaire Cottage

Serpentaire Residence

Sleeps 6

King

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Château - Premium Suite Venus - Bedroom
Château - Premium Suite Venus - Bathroom
Château - Junior Suite Jupiter - Bedroom
Château - Junior Suite Jupiter - Lounge

Soleil

Sleeps 2

King

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Pégase Cottage

Pégase Residence

Sleeps 10

King

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Dragon Cottage
Dragon Cottage
Dragon Cottage

Dragon Residence

Sleeps 10

King

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Château - Premium Suite Venus - Bedroom
Château - Premium Suite Venus - Living Room

Venus

Sleeps 2

King

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Ratings

Quality Assured

Mystery Inspected

Global Rating

4.9 /5

4.9

405 reviews

INVITED Rating

5 /5

8 reviews

4.5 /5

4.5

182 reviews

INVITED Reviews

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel

Amazing and relaxing location where you truly connect with nature.

Going for a run early in the morning and seeing wild boars, deers. Seeing a family of deers just outside of our window cottage that made my dear mother happy. Unforgettable moments!

By Dmitry Sep ’23 Trip Type Couple

Absolutely breathtaking amazing

Chateau is beautiful ,rooms amazing staff great ,it's quite band relaxing would definitely come back but next time for more than 1 night

By Robin Aug ’22 Trip Type Couple

A remarkable setting and accommodation

Our stay was too short!! A beautiful hotel with great staff and wonderful restaurant.

By Malcolm Jul ’22 Trip Type Family

Domaine des Etangs, France

(based on 8 reviews)

100 %

of reviewers would recommend this hotel

Amazing and relaxing location where you truly connect with nature.

Going for a run early in the morning and seeing wild boars, deers. Seeing a family of deers just outside of our window cottage that made my dear mother happy. Unforgettable moments!

By Dmitry Sep ’23 Trip Type Couple

Absolutely breathtaking amazing

Chateau is beautiful ,rooms amazing staff great ,it's quite band relaxing would definitely come back but next time for more than 1 night

By Robin Aug ’22 Trip Type Couple

A remarkable setting and accommodation

Our stay was too short!! A beautiful hotel with great staff and wonderful restaurant.

By Malcolm Jul ’22 Trip Type Family

A really wonderful hotel. Fabulous team looking after a great, great property. Really relaxing.

Walking through the magical grounds. Lovely rooms and food excellent. What more could one want?

By Ronald Mar ’22 Trip Type Family

Impressive Château in an unequaled landscape

Là, tout n'est qu'ordre et beauté, luxe, calme et volupté. (Except for the omnipresent music everywhere in the common areas and for the not always silent air conditioning in the rooms)

By Cristina Nov ’21 Trip Type Couple

Fantastic from start to finish

Dinner was exceptional- staff was welcoming and very professional- room was very comfortable- we loved the grounds

By ilse Aug ’21 Trip Type Couple

Beautiful

Extraordinarily good looking property and gardens, matched by high quality interiors and beautiful art installations. Very peaceful place to recharge, although a separate adults only pool would improve this aspect, as kids will be kids by the pool.

By james Aug ’20 Trip Type Couple

Exceptional service from start to finish combined with stunning food

The dining experience

By Nicholas Jun ’19 Trip Type Family

Key Features

Bar

Family friendly

Restaurant

Pet Friendly

Spa

All Hotel Features and Services

Concierge desk
Laundry service
Free parking
Valet parking
Gym
Wedding services
Accessible parking
Onsite laundry
Meeting rooms

All Hotel Features and Services

Concierge desk
Laundry service
Free parking
Valet parking
Gym
Wedding services
Accessible parking
Onsite laundry
Meeting rooms
Elevators
Safe deposit box
Bar
Family friendly
Pet Friendly
Fire safety compliant
Full service housekeeping
24-hour front desk
Security
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi
Catering services
Game room
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Massage services
Indoor pool
Playground
Children's play area
Spa
Tennis court

Food And Drinks

Where you dine is just as irresistible as what you eat at Domaine des Etangs. Relish creations in Dyades – made for elegant evenings out. You can also enjoy a convivial in-room meal as at home, or eat a picnic in the fresh air overlooking the woodland. Whatever you choose, it’ll be in tune with the seasons – a celebration of farm-to-table fine dining.

Dyades

Served Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Enjoy the balance created between the rusticity of the restaurants old stone interior and the refined nature of the culinary experience. The restaurant is open daily- upon reservation. From Sunday to Tuesday dinner- a Bistromic menu features. On other days- gastromic menus are available. Other catering options are also available daily. Picnic baskets can be enjoyed at the location of guest s choice or convinial in-room meals for a home-style meal - always based on local and seasonal products.

Dyades Restaurant

Served Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner The freshest seasonal produce is handpicked daily in the estate s spiral-shaped organic garden then prepared to perfection in the chateau s kitchens.

Spa

Wellness at Domaine des Etangs is grounded in the notion of harmony – between the physical self and the spirit, the elements and the seasons. Calming therapies are designed to create a sense of poise. And here, the whole family can share in the spa experience, little ones included. To connect you with the sublime surroundings, some treatments can take place in a peaceful spot outdoors – with a picnic to follow.